Hi! This is a super weird question but I need help figuring out a (hypothetical) budget.
I am gonna go to Japan for 2 months and I will be hosted. But I will have to pay for my own meals and transportation in Tokyo.
I will try and be as low budget as possible but how much do you think a person with a simple diet, I don't eat sweets and can't eat milk. I was wondering if its more convenient to buy only ingredients (like meat, fish, egg carbs, legumes and vegetables) and cook my own meals or buying from convenience stores and similar.
I don't want to eat junk/unhealty food all the time but I also don't want to overspend, so if you have any suggestion on where to buy (local markets or shops) it will be so helpful!
I remember reading something about convenience store having discounts on "old" products, is it still a thing?
About transportation:
I am so confused because everyone says something different about the JR pass and if or if not people should get it.
I will have the weekend to myself and so I would love to see nearby cities and places, should I rely on buying train (or bus?) tickets on the spot?
Any other recommendations in order to navigate Tokyo easily? I don't mind walking at all but I will still rely on the metro.
THANK YOU so so so much if you share your knowledge and experiences with me!
by SetTricky7901